Jun 04 NBA owners approve 22-team season restart plan in Florida By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press The NBA's Board of Governors has approved a 22-team format for restarting the league season in late July at the Disney campus near Orlando, Florida. The notion passed "overwhelmingly," said a person familiar with the situation. Continue reading
Jun 01 Virus-proofing sports facilities presents a big challenge By Dave Campbell, Associated Press There is much work to be done. Vigilant sanitizing of the frequent-touch surfaces will be a must. Ramped-up rapid testing capability during pre-entry screening could become common for fans. Continue reading
May 29 NCAA releases plan to bring athletes back to campus By Ralph D. Russo, Associated Press The NCAA has released a long and detailed plan to help schools bring athletes back to campus during the pandemic. The move comes as schools across the country prepare for the return of athletes as early as June 8. Continue reading
May 05 Korean baseball season begins in empty stadiums By Kim Tong-Hyung, Associated Press The new baseball season has begun in South Korea with the crack of the bat and the sound of the ball smacking into the catcher’s mitt echoing around empty stadiums. Continue reading
Apr 16 NFL star Von Miller has COVID-19 but in good spirits, agent says By Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press Miller's agent says the NFL star wanted to come forward with his diagnosis to show doubters how serious the disease is. Continue reading
Apr 14 Pro wrestling considered 'essential' under Florida governor's order By Mike Schneider, Associated Press Body slams and pile drives can go on in the Sunshine State. Continue reading
Apr 13 Broadcast crews struggling after sports go dark By Joe Reedy, Associated Press The rapid postponement or cancellation of most sports meant those who were booked for events through the spring and summer now have an open calendar. Continue reading
Apr 01 Wimbledon canceled for 1st time since WWII because of virus By Associated Press Wimbledon was scheduled to be played on the club's grass courts on the outskirts of London from June 29 to July 12. Continue reading
Mar 17 Brady leaving Patriots, says 'football journey' is elsewhere By Kyle Hightower, Associated Press Tom Brady is an NFL free agent for the first time in his career. Continue reading
Feb 26 5-time Grand Slam champ Maria Sharapova retires from tennis at 32 By Howard Fendrich, Associated Press In an essay written for Vanity Fair and Vogue about her decision, Sharapova asks: “How do you leave behind the only life you’ve ever known?”… Continue reading